You will have a genuine interest in supporting people with diverse cultural backgrounds.You will be required to attend at least four meetings in a financial year ensuring that the Trust adheres to its purpose and mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attend and participate in regular Board meetings (usually quarterly) unless required more often
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
- Ensure the Trust is compliant with legal and financial requirements
- Help foster relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, community groups, and government bodies
- Ensure the Trust operates with transparency, integrity, and accountability
Ideal Candidate:
Ideally, you will have experience in governance, leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, or in a similar role. We are looking for someone who is passionate about contributing to the Indian community in Ōtautahi Christchurch and has the following qualities and experience:
- Experience in governance or serving on a Board (desirable but not essential)
- Financial literacy and an understanding of charitable governance
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a deep understanding of cultural competency, especially in Aotearoa/New Zealand
- Strategic thinking and the ability to make informed decisions
- Experience in [any specific areas needed, e.g., legal, human resources, project management, evaluation, reporting, planning and budgeting]
Please apply online
Nimaan is a registered NZ charity dedicated to strengthening the Indian
migrant community by offering essential support and empowerment
programmes. Focusing on job readiness, orientation, and self-management, Nimaan strives to equip individuals with the skills and confidence needed to thrive positively in their new environment. Our values are cultural sensitivity and humility, empowerment, diversity and inclusion, community support, and respect for human dignity.